For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 699 students in 28235, NC.
The top-ranked public high school in 28235, NC is Central Piedmont Early College. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 28235 have an average math proficiency score of 91% (versus the North Carolina public high school average of 58%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 58% statewide average). High schools in 28235, NC have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of North Carolina public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 28235 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the North Carolina average of 86%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Levine Middle College High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in North Carolina or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high school average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Best 28235, NC Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Central Piedmont Early College
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1228 Elizabeth Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1118
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1118
Gr: 9-13 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: n/an/a
8120 Grier Rd Suite 171-b
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1452
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-1452
Gr: 11-13 | 158 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: n/an/a
315 W Hebron St
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-0012
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-0012
Gr: 11-13 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
2800 Campus Ridge Rd
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-9437
Charlotte, NC 28235
(980) 343-9437
Gr: 11-13 | 175 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 28235, NC?
The top-ranked public high schools in 28235, NC include Central Piedmont Early College.
How many public high schools are located in 28235?
4 public high schools are located in 28235.
What is the racial composition of students in 28235?
28235 public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the North Carolina public high schools average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
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